Apply for Financial Aid
Step 1: Complete Your FAFSA
The first step in applying for financial aid at Johnston Community College (JCC) is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). JCC's school code is 009336.
There are three ways to apply for a Pell Grant:
- Go to studentaid.gov to complete the FAFSA online. JCC's school code is 009336.
- Call 1 800 4 FED AID (1-800-433-3243) to request a paper copy of the FAFSA to complete and mail in.
- Download a PDF version of the FAFSA Form
*We urge our students to apply online because it shortens the processing time as well as gives access to other important financial aid functions. Students may view and download resources from the Office of Federal Student Aid which includes how to videos. Scroll down to about half the page to see FAFSA videos.
The Student Success Center has computers available to assist students with completing their FAFSA during normal business hours. No appointments necessary. Please allow at least 45 minutes to complete your application.
Priority Deadline Dates
| If you plan to enroll: | Complete FAFSA by: | Submit paperwork by: |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | May 1 | June 1 |
| Spring | October 1 | November 1 |
| Summer | March 1 | April 1 |
*Be sure you included JCC school code on the FAFSA: 009336
Please note: You can submit an application beyond the priority deadline. Your application will be processed after all on-time applicants are completed. If you do not submit financial aid paperwork by the payment deadline for the term you plan to enroll, you are responsible for payment of your tuition, fees, and book charges by the published payment deadline date.
Although we will continue to process applications received after the deadline, you may have to pay out of pocket. If it is then determined that you qualify for financial aid, you will be reimbursed during the semester. If you are NOT awarded financial aid, you are responsible for all charges. Payment can be made by cash, check, debit card, VISA, Discover, or MasterCard or enroll in a payment plan by published dates.
Obtain Your Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID
If the FAFSA is to be filed online, students and parents must apply for an FSA ID. The FSA ID is used to electronically sign the application. The online FAFSA will not be processed until both students and parents sign it with their FSA ID. Please keep your FSA ID in a safe place because you may need it to make corrections on your FAFSA and to reapply for aid in the future.
Step 2: Review your FAFSA Submission Summary
After processing your FAFSA, the Department of Education will send you a FAFSA Submission Summary. It summarizes the information you submitted on FAFSA. In addition, the FAFSA Submission Summary contains comments alerting you of any incomplete information required for processing your FAFSA. It is very important to review the FAFSA Submission Summary carefully—incomplete information will prevent JCC from awarding your financial aid package.
If all the information on your FAFSA Submission Summary is correct, you do not need
to return it. If your FAFSA information is complete, you will find a Student Aid Index
(SAI) printed in the upper right-hand corner of your FAFSA Submission Summary. JCC
will use the SAI to award your financial aid.
If your FAFSA information is incomplete, you may mail the corrections to the address
mentioned on your FAFSA Submission Summary or log onto the FAFSA website (with your
FSA ID) to make the corrections online.
The fastest way to receive FAFSA Submissions Summary results is to fill out a FAFSA
on the Web, provide a valid, current e-mail address, and sign the application electronically
using your FSA ID (note: if you are a dependent student, your parent must also apply
for an FSA ID and sign your FAFSA on the Web).
Step 3: Complete Verification (if required)
After your FAFSA information is completed and processed, the federal government may randomly select your FAFSA for a verification process. If selected, JCC's Financial Aid Office will request additional student and/or parent information. You will be notified of the request for information via email. You will find more information by logging in to Self-Service and clicking on the Financial Aid section.
Some of the documents requested may be:
- Verification worksheets (dependent or independent)
- Federal Tax Return Transcripts for student/parent
- Copies of student and/or parent W-2 forms
- Additional documentation depending on an individual situation
It is important to provide the requested documents in a timely manner. Once all requested information is returned to our office, the financial aid staff will review the documents and follow up if more information is needed. Please be patient, as it takes time to process the data. After the verification process is complete, the student will be awarded financial aid. Your award will be posted to Financial Aid Self Service and can be accessed through Self- Service.
